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Why does an aqueous solution of an acid conduct electricity ?

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Electricity is conducted in a solution by ions. An acid releases `H^+` ions in solution, therefore, aqueous solution of an acid conducts electricity.
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  • Aqueous solution of an acid contains

    A
    `H^(+)`
    B
    `H_(3)O^(+)`
    C
    `H_(2)O^(+)`
    D
    Both `H^(+) and H_(3)O^(+)`

  • Aqueous solution of HCl conducts electricity because it

    A
    ionises
    B
    dissociates
    C
    dimerises
    D
    forms hydrogen bond

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    A
    A has polar covalent linkage
    B
    A has nonpolar covalent linkage
    C
    B is ionic in nature
    D
    Cation formed by C is highly polarizing

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